HIGHLAND: Library celebrates 100 years of service

Join the Highland Branch of the San Bernardino County Library on Friday, Aug. 23, from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. as it celebrates 100 years of service.

In celebration of the centennial, a special event and ceremony will be held at Sam J. Racadio Library and Environmental Learning Center at 7863 Central Ave., Highland. Various activities and stations will be set up throughout the library for everyone to enjoy.

The festivities kick off at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room with a ceremony including a presentation and plaque from the Native Sons of the Golden West to distinguish this library as a landmark in California. Remarks from Assembly Member Mike Morrell, Supervisor Ramosâ office, Highland City Council Member Sam Racadio and County Librarian Leonard Hernandez will follow, as well as a song by students of Cypress Elementary School. A commemorative bag will be given away to the first 200 attendees and light refreshments will be served.

Beginning at 11:30 a.m. guests can enjoy live music and learn a little bit about California and local history by visiting the various interactive and informative stations that will be set up throughout the library. Bring the kids to make real adobe bricks and arrowheads and learn how to pan for gold in the rooftop gardens. Stop by the Historical Societyâs room to view Highland history through pictures, and visit the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians table to learn about the Serrano Indian Tribe and see some of their artifacts. Donât forget to visit the San Bernardino History & Railroad Museum and the California Animal Ambassador tables to experience more local history.

For more information about the centennial event, call the Highland Branch Library at 909-425-4700.

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